Fractions


Changing a Mixed Number to an Improper Fraction

It is sometimes necessary to change a Mixed Number to an Improper Fraction.

This is done in three easy steps.





The Mixed Number



4
3
8






Step 1:

Multiply the whole number by the denominator.


4
3
8


4
x
8
=
32




Step 2:

To that product, in this case, 32, add the numerator.

32
+
3
=
35




Step 3:

The 35 becomes the new numerator of the improper fraction. The denominator stays the same.


4
3
8

=
35
8






RULE

Changing a Mixed Number to an Improper Fraction.


Whole Number x Denominator + Numerator = New Numerator


The Denominator stays the same